What is a C-130J?

What is a C-130J?

The C-130J is the latest addition to the C-130 fleet and has replaced aging C-130Es and some of the high time C-130Hs. The C-130J incorporates state-of-the-art technology, which reduces manpower requirements, lowers operating and support costs, and provides life-cycle cost savings over earlier C-130 models.

What kind of engines does the C-130J have?

The C-130J incorporates these major improvements: • A new propulsion system featuring four 4,591 pshp Rolls-Royce AE2100D3 engines and composite, six-bladed Dowty Aerospace R391 propellers with significantly improved fuel economy and high-hot performance.

What is the difference between a C-130 and a LM-100J?

The C-130J-SOF configuration adds sensors and weapons for an international Special Operations aircraft. The LM-100J is newest production variant of the C-130J Super Hercules. It is an FAA-certified commercial freighter based on the C-130J-30.

What is the C-130 used for Today?

In addition to the tactical airlift mission, versions of the C-130 serve as aerial tanker and ground refuelers, weather reconnaissance, command and control, gunships, firefighters, electronic recon, search and rescue, and flying hospitals.